Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition that affects people from all walks of life. It is quite common, many people are affected and if you have recently been diagnosed you are not alone, Parkinson’s Victoria is here to support you.

Although classified as a movement disorder, it can affect people in different ways. Sometimes the emotional changes can be more troublesome than the motor changes, and can have a bigger impact on the day-to-day life of someone living with Parkinson’s.

Research Agenda

Developing a strong Australian research agenda is central to Parkinson’s Victoria’s mission.

Parkinson’s Victoria has developed a research platform to provide clear direction for increased investment within the research sector through scholarships, fellowships and strategic partnerships to:

• Better understand the impact of living with Parkinson’s
• Raise awareness with respect to the benefits of research investment
• Seek participation from the Parkinson’s community in research trials
• Increase reporting of research with the community (including donors and supporters) of outcomes, results and breakthroughs, and
• Contribute to innovative, world leading research that advances the search for a cure.